‘Eua Transport Guide: 5 Ways to Get to (& Around) ‘Eua

1. ‘Eua by Plane – How to Get to ‘Eua

The quickest and often most convenient way to get to ‘Eua is by taking a flight from Tongatapu (see How to Get to Tonga on ways to get to Tonga’s main island).

Flights are available from the domestic terminal of the Fua’amotu Airport where there are one to four scheduled flights per day from Monday to Saturday. Flight times are approximately 10 minutes (but more like eight minutes, last time we timed it, making it one of the world’s shortest commercial flights).

Note that flights are often cancelled due to bad weather, so have a contingency plan just in case.

See the latest airfares in How Much Does it Cost to Fly in Tonga? and learn more about booking your flight in The Guide to Domestic Flights in Tonga.

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2. ‘Eua by Ferry – How to Get to ‘Eua

A cheaper alternative to flying is taking the ferry from Nuku’alofa in Tongatapu to ‘Eua. Three ferry operators, Tofa Ramsay Shipping, ‘Eua Sea Transportation Council (ESTC), and Malau Shipping Co. have ferries departing from Taufa’ahau Tupou IV Domestic Wharf in Nuku’alofa.

Journeys are approximately two hours; the latest ferry costs for passengers and vehicles can be found in How Much Do Ferries Cost in Tonga? Although ferries run on a schedule, it’s best to reconfirm departure times – either by phone, at the ferry ticket offices or on Facebook.

Ferries depart and arrive in ‘Eua from Nafanua Wharf. Tickets can be purchased from the wharf prior to departure (keep ahold of your ticket for the entire journey, as sometimes they check tickets when you disembark).

Otherwise, Malau Shipping’s office is located in the Malau Building (across the sports field from Niueiki Hospital, Angaha).

If you prefer to plan ahead, travellers can book select ferry tickets online through the Tofa Ramsay Shipping website.

Learn more about taking the ferry to ‘Eua in The Guide to Travelling in Tonga by Ferry.

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3. Accommodation Transport – Airport/Wharf Transfers and Island Tours

Public transport is not available on ‘Eua. Nevertheless, accommodation providers fill up the demand, not only offering airport/wharf transfers as a standard but also transporting guests to attractions around the island through sightseeing tours. Airport/wharf transfers are typically TOP$0-$20 per person one way.

As for island tours, these can either be half- or full-day experiences in 4WD vehicles, as most of ‘Eua’s natural attractions are only accessible via rough dirt tracks. Many accommodations’ island tours are open to outside guests, so it’s worth comparing your options.

Off-Grid Tonga – ‘Eua is an independent tour company offering island tours with transport included, which are well worth checking out.

Learn more about ‘Eua’s island tours in The Best Guided Tours in ‘Eua.

Plus, start discovering the island’s accommodations and whether they offer airport/wharf transfers in our guide, Where to Stay on ‘Eua: The Best ‘Eua Accommodations.

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4. Car Rental on ‘Eua – How to Get Around ‘Eua

Car rental is available on ‘Eua through a couple of convenience stores and accommodations. Although car rental can be affordable and convenient for travelling between villages and getting to the access roads of the island’s natural attractions, note that most of these 2WD vehicles are not suitable for the dirt roads to access the ‘Eua National Park, for instance.

See 5 Best Hikes in ‘Eua to learn about accessing some of these attractions on foot instead.

Check out your car rental options in The Best Car Rentals on ‘Eua and get more essential tips from The Guide to Car Hire in Tonga.

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5. Bicycle Rental in ‘Eua

For those looking to explore ‘Eua at their own pace, Stay Tonga offers well-maintained bicycle rentals from 7 am to 7 pm daily. Located in ‘Ohonua village, they provide everything you need for a comfortable ride, including a helmet and lock with each rental.

The process is straightforward: bring your ID and cash (they don’t accept cards), sign the rental agreement, leave a security deposit and you’re ready to go. Just remember that all bicycles must be returned by 7 pm on the same day, there’s a 20% late fee for every half hour beyond that, so best to keep an eye on the time! Their team is available throughout operating hours if you need any assistance during your ride.

Find some self-guided cycling routes in ‘Eua on The Guide to Cycling in Tonga.

In the meantime, here’s a video with more tips to make the most of ‘Eua: